Eaton B-Line series runway retaining post, Used to increase cable capacity fill of runway, Self wedging design locks post on runway, Cable retaining post, steel, Black zinc
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Product Specs
- Application:
- Used to increase cable capacity fill of runway
- Certifications:
- UL Listed
- Material Details:
- Black zinc A513 steel
- Product Height:
- 8.5 in
- Product Length Depth:
- 1.5 in
- Product Weight:
- 4.9 lb
- Product Width:
- 1.3125 in
- Special Features:
- Self wedging design locks post on runway
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Wiring Accessories
- Product Subgroup:
- Cable Accessories
- Product Type:
- Cable retaining post
- Product Details:
- Cable retaining post
B-LINE SB117AKBZ – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What does a B-Line runway retaining post do on a cable runway?
The Eaton B-Line SB117AKBZ retaining post is a vertical steel post that mounts on the side of a cable runway to raise the effective side wall, so you can stack more cable in the same tray without it spilling over the stringer. It is the part you add when the runway is filling up and you do not want to run a second tier.
2) Does the B-Line SB117AKBZ retaining post need to be bolted or welded to the runway?
No welding and no separate hardware kit. The post uses a self wedging design that locks it onto the runway stringer, so an installer sets it in place and it holds. That makes it practical to add posts to a live runway in a data room without disturbing cable already in the tray.
3) How tall is the B-Line SB117AKBZ retaining post and how much side wall does it add?
The post measures 8.5 inches high, with a 1.5 inch depth and 1.3125 inch width, so it adds roughly 8-1/2 inches of vertical retention above the runway stringer. Use that height against your planned fill depth when you are deciding how many cables you can stack.
4) Is the B-Line retaining post suitable for a damp or industrial environment?
It is A513 steel with a black zinc finish. Black zinc is a plated indoor finish, appropriate for telecom rooms, data centers and conditioned electrical spaces. For wet, corrosive or outdoor runs, specify a hot dip galvanized or stainless runway accessory instead.
5) Is the B-Line SB117AKBZ UL Listed for electrical installations?
Yes, the retaining post carries a UL Listed certification, which is what most inspectors and institutional specs want to see on cable runway accessories in a telecom or electrical room.
6) What is the part number and weight for ordering the B-Line runway retaining post?
Order it as Eaton B-Line SB117AKBZ. Each post weighs 4.9 lb, so a box of them for a long runway run adds up quickly, worth noting for freight and for lift planning on overhead ladder rack.
7) Do retaining posts come with the cable runway, or do I order them separately?
They are a separate accessory. The SB117AKBZ is a single cable retaining post, ordered on its own and added along the runway at whatever spacing your cable bundle needs. Plan one post per position where you need the side wall raised, and count them across the run before you order.
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Does the B-LINE SB117AKBZ come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The B-LINE SB117AKBZ is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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